Youth Mentor
About The Position
The Colorado Qualifying House (Q House) is a transitional housing & positive skill development program located on over 70 acres of land at the bottom of Mt. Blue Sky. The Q house serves as a Residential Treatment Center that provides male youth ages 16-21 with opportunities for positive growth through evidence-based interventions and innovative programming, including on-site school & vocational opportunities, therapeutic support, community engagement, and tailored programming that is co-created in collaboration with all youth and staff. The Q House supports youth in developing the skills and resources needed to lead self-determined lives without experiencing the barriers of future systems involvement. Our trauma-informed approach emphasizes collaborative growth and recognizes that everyone – youth and staff alike – have goals that we can use our collective knowledge and experiences to mutually support.
Requirements
- Be empathetic, trauma-informed, and able to model the positive impact of building healthy relationships.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Be able to pass a criminal background check, screen for illegal drugs, physical, and TB test.
- The ability to work 3.5 days/week in Idaho Springs (preference given to candidates in the greater Denver Metro area).
- Have reliable transportation and able to drive in winter conditions when needed.
Nice To Haves
- One or more years of direct care experience working with at-risk youth and/or the systems they frequently interact with.
- Lived experience that mirrors some of the lives of our students (navigating state systems, foster care, incarceration, or poverty alleviation programs).
- A BA/BS in Human Services or related fields, or are actively working towards one.
- Previous experience with or knowledge of ACEs, trauma-informed care, peer support, and other related research & methodologies.
Responsibilities
- Ensure the safe supervision of at-risk youth with supportive, trauma-responsive practices.
- Assist with positive skill development through modeling & mentorship.
- Provide active supervision and support to the youth according to licensing requirements and program best practices, regardless of location or programming.
- Share skills, methodologies, or resources with youth & staff, such as greenhouse gardening, impactful authors, or outdoor adventures.
Benefits
- Sign on bonus available
- 3.5 day work weeks
- Optional on-site housing
- Free shift meals and snacks
- Season Ski Pass to Loveland Ski Area
- Earn a $1,000 Bonus after successful completion of Essential Skills Training (within the first 90 days!)
- Additional $500 Sign On Bonus paid at 6 months of employment
- Medical, Dental, Vision and company paid Life Insurance within 90 days
- 401k match of up to 6% after 1 year of employment
- Paid Time Off that can be used as soon as it accrues
- Tuition Reimbursement Options
- Hiring preference for future leadership & career development opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
